Commissioner of Police Allister Guevarro has emphasized the necessity of extending the current State of Emergency (SoE) to effectively dismantle criminal networks in Trinidad and Tobago. Speaking on October 29, Guevarro highlighted the significant progress made since the SoE was first implemented on July 18, but cautioned that criminal elements remain adaptable and persistent. He recommended a further extension to ensure long-term stability, stressing that the final decision rests with Parliament. Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar confirmed on October 27 that Guevarro had formally advised the government to extend the measure. The government has scheduled a parliamentary debate for October 31 to discuss the proposed extension. While the government does not require opposition support to approve an additional three-month extension in the Lower House, any period beyond that would necessitate a three-fifths majority. The initial SoE was declared in response to a surge in murders and intelligence reports of planned attacks by criminal networks, targeting senior government officials, judiciary members, law enforcement officers, and prison personnel. Under the SoE, the police and Defence Force have been granted enhanced powers to arrest suspects and conduct searches. Guevarro clarified that his recommendation is based solely on internal security assessments and not influenced by regional tensions involving Venezuela and the United States.